Dr. Vishy Ramamurthy

Cytoskeletal changes and Sensory Disorders: As described in several textbooks, microtubules (MTs) have traditionally been considered uniform tubular structures. However, MTs play diverse roles in mediating various cellular functions. How, then, can a uniform structure fulfill such a wide range of functions? The prevailing view in the field is that functional diversity is achieved through a "tubulin code." In this talk, I will illustrate this concept and its significance in hearing and vision using mouse models. Also, I will briefly talk about our ongoing research on potential connections between glial cells and photoreceptor neurons, as well as the role of the actin network.